Atropine does not prevent hypoxemia and bradycardia in tracheal intubation in the pediatric emergency department: observational study / O uso da atropina não previne hipoxemia e bradicardia na intubação traqueal no departamento de emergência pediátrica: estudo observacional

ABSTRACT Objective: The benefit of atropine in pediatric tracheal intubation is not well established. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of atropine on the incidence of hypoxemia and bradycardia during tracheal intubations in the pediatric emergency department. Methods: This is a single-center observational study in a tertiary pediatric emergency department. Data were collected on all tracheal intubations in patients from 31 days to incomplete 20 years old, performed between January 2016 and September 2020. Procedures were divided into two groups according to the use or not of atropine as a premedication during intubation. Records with missing data, patients with cardiorespiratory arrest, cyanotic congenital heart diseases, and those with chronic lung diseases with baseline hypoxemia were excluded. The primary outcome was hypoxemia (peripheral oxygen saturation ≤88%), while the secondary outcomes were bradycardia (decrease in heart rate >20% between the maximum and minimum values) and critical bradycardia (heart rate <60 bpm) during intubation procedure. Results: A total of 151 tracheal intubations were identified during the study period, of which 126 were eligible. Of those, 77% had complex, chronic underlying diseases. Atropine was administered to 43 (34.1%) patients and was associated with greater odds of hypoxemia in univariable analysis (OR: 2.62; 95%CI 1.15-6.16; p=0.027) but not in multivariable analysis (OR: 2.07; 95%CI 0.42-10.32; p=0.37). Critical bradycardia occurred in only three patients, being two in the atropine group (p=0.26). Bradycardia was analyzed in only 42 procedures. Atropine use was associated with higher odds of bradycardia in multivariable analysis (OR: 11.00; 95%CI 1.3-92.8; p=0.028). Conclusions: Atropine as a premedication in tracheal intubation did not prevent the occurrence of hypoxemia or bradycardia during intubation procedures in pediatric emergency.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito da atropina na incidência de hipoxemia e bradicardia durante a intubação orotraqueal no departamento de emergência pediátrica. Métodos: Estudo observacional, realizado em departamento de emergência pediátrica terciário em que foram analisados os registros de intubações orotraqueais de pacientes com 31 dias a 20 anos incompletos, entre janeiro de 2016 e setembro de 2020. Os procedimentos foram divididos em dois grupos de acordo com o uso ou não da atropina como pré-medicação durante a intubação. Foram excluídos os procedimentos com falhas no preenchimento dos dados, pacientes com parada cardiorrespiratória, cardiopatias congênitas cianóticas, e aqueles com pneumopatias crônicas com hipoxemia basal. O desfecho primário foi hipoxemia (saturação periférica de oxigênio ≤88%), enquanto os desfechos secundários foram bradicardia (queda >20% entre a frequência cardíaca máxima e mínima) e bradicardia crítica (frequência cardíaca <60 bpm) durante o procedimento de intubação Resultados: Foram identificados 151 procedimentos de intubação orotraqueal, sendo 126 elegíveis para o estudo. Desses, 77% tinham doenças subjacentes complexas e crônicas. A atropina foi administrada em 43 (34,1%) pacientes e foi associada a maiores chances de hipoxemia na análise univariada (OR: 2,62; IC95% 1,15-6,16; p=0,027), porém, não na análise multivariada (OR: 2,073; IC95% 0,416-10,32; p=0,373). A bradicardia crítica ocorreu em apenas três pacientes, sendo dois no grupo atropina (p=0,268). A bradicardia foi analisada em apenas 42 procedimentos. O uso de atropina foi associado a maior probabilidade de bradicardia (OR: 11,00; IC95% 1,3-92,8; p=0,028) na análise multivariável. Conclusões: Atropina como pré-medicação na intubação orotraqueal não evitou a ocorrência de hipoxemia ou bradicardia durante os procedimentos de intubação na emergência pediátrica.

How to incorporate telemedicine in medical residency: A Brazilian experience in pediatric emergency

ABSTRACT Introduction: The exponential growth of telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic led to the implementation of a telemedicine care service in a tertiary university pediatric hospital. It brought the need to develop a training aimed at remote care within the pediatric emergency rotation program. Objective: To describe the implementation of a telemedicine training for pediatric residents and present the preliminary results. Methods: Descriptive prospective study (pre and post), with 40 resident physicians of the first year of pediatrics. Reaction Assessments were applied before and after training, in addition to a resident physician perception questionnaire at the end of the training. Results: There was a significant difference in the resident's perception of experience and safety after initial training. Most rated the proposal as good or excellent, considered teaching telemedicine relevant and that this experience contributed to their learning on the subject. Conclusion: This study describes an innovative proposal for training in telemedicine. The preliminary results were encouraging, demonstrating the program's potential in training future pediatricians.

Personal protective equipment simulation training is associated with lower COVID-19 infection among healthcare workers

ABSTRACT Objective To describe the personal protective equipment training strategies during the beginning of the pandemic and to investigate the association between training and COVID-19 infection among healthcare workers. Methods This cross-sectional study conducted between March and May 2020 included 7,142 healthcare professionals who were eligible for both online and face-to-face simulation-based training on personal protective equipment use. Simulation training attendance was assessed by reviewing the attendance list, and the COVID-19 sick leave records recovered from the institutional RT-PCR database used to grant sick leave. The association between personal protective equipment training and COVID-19 was investigated using logistic regression, adjusted for sociodemographic and occupational characteristics. Results The mean age was 36.9 years (± 8.3), and 72.6% of participants were female. A total of 5,502 (77.0%) professionals were trained: 3,012 (54.7%) through online training, 691 (12.6%) through face-to-face training, and 1,799 (32.7%) through both strategies. During the study period, 584 (8.2%) COVID-19 cases were diagnosed among these professionals. The number of positive RT-PCR tests was 180 (11.0%) for untrained professionals, 245 (8.1%) for those trained only online, 35 (5.1%) for those trained face-to-face, and 124 (6.9%) for those trained with both strategies (p<0.001). Participants who received face-to-face training had a 0.43 lower risk of contracting COVID-19. Conclusion Personal protective equipment training decreased the odds of COVID-19 among healthcare professionals, with face-to-face simulation-based training being most effective.

Fast, cheap and feasible: Implementation of pediatric telemedicine in a public hospital during the Covid-19 pandemic

Abstract Objective: In Brazil, telemedicine was allowed as an exception during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Despite its recognized value and availability, telemedicine is not universally used, suggesting that some barriers prevent its adoption and acceptance within the community. This study aims to describe the implementation of a low-cost telemedicine service in a pediatric hospital in Brazil. Method: Retrospective descriptive study reporting the first three months (April to June 2020) of the experience of implementing a low-cost telemedicine emergency care program in a public tertiary hospital. The service was available to patients up to 18 years of age enrolled in this hospital. A tool for assessing the severity of the patient was developed, the aim of standardizing the procedure, while maintaining quality and safety. Guardian's satisfaction was assessed with a questionnaire sent after teleconsultations. Results: 255 teleconsultations were carried out with 140 different patients. Of the total consultations, 182 were from 99 patients that had performed the Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) test for the new coronavirus (SARS-Cov-2) or had direct contact with a person known to be positive for COVID-19. Only 26 (14%) were referred to an in-person consultation. No deaths, adverse events or delayed diagnosis were recorded. 86% of the patients who answered the satisfaction questionnaire were satisfied and 92% would use telemedicine again. Conclusion: This study presents an innovative implementation of a telemedicine program in a public and exclusively pediatric tertiary service, serving as a reference for future implementation in other public services in Brazil and developing countries.

Changing the view: impact of simulation-based mastery learning in pediatric tracheal intubation with videolaryngoscopy

Abstract Objective: To determine the effect of a training program using simulation-based mastery learning on the performance of residents in pediatric intubations with videolaryngoscopy. Method: Retrospective cohort study carried out in a tertiary pediatric hospital between July 2016 and June 2018 evaluating a database that included the performance of residents before and after training, as well as the outcome of tracheal intubations. A total of 59 pediatric residents were evaluated in the pre-training with a skills' checklist in the scenario with an intubation simulator; subsequently, they were trained individually using a simulator and deliberate practice in the department itself. After training, the residents were expected to have a minimum passing grade (90/100) in a simulated scenario. The success of the first attempted intubation, use of videolaryngoscopy, and complications in patients older than 1 year of age during the study period were also recorded in clinical practice. Results: Before training, the mean grade was 77.5/100 (SD 15.2), with only 23.7% (14/59) of residents reaching the minimum passing grade of 90/100. After training, 100% of the residents reached the grade, with an average of 94.9/100 (SD 3.2), p < 0.01, with only 5.1% (3/59) needing more practice time than that initially allocated. The success rate in the first attempt at intubation in the emergency department with videolaryngoscopy was 77.8% (21/27). The rate of adverse events associated with intubations was 26% (7/27), representing a serious event. Conclusions: Simulation-based mastery learning increased residents' skills related to intubation and allowed safe tracheal intubations with video laryngoscopy.

Prática deliberada em ciclos rápidos: uma estratégia moderna de simulação / Rapid cycle deliberate practice: a modern simulation strategy

OBJETIVOS: Descrever, por meio de revisão da literatura, a estrutura, efetividade, vantagens e desvantagens de uma nova estratégia de simulação clínica denominada Prática Deliberada em Ciclos Rápidos. MÉTODOS: A revisão da literatura ocorreu entre junho e setembro de 2017. Foram procurados os termos "Prática Deliberada em Ciclos Rápidos", "Prática Deliberada" e "Ciclo Rápido", e seus termos equivalentes em espanhol e inglês, com filtro para estudos em seres humanos e para artigos publicados de janeiro de 2014 a agosto de 2017, nas bases de dados MEDLINE/PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus e SciELO. RESULTADOS: Dos 264 artigos localizados a partir dos termos pesquisados, quatro estudos foram selecionados para esta revisão. Devido à pequena quantidade de estudos e à heterogeneidade dos grupos e dos desfechos medidos, optou-se por fazer uma revisão narrativa. A Prática Deliberada em Ciclos Rápidos consiste em simular casos clínicos em ciclos progressivamente mais complexos, repetindo-os até a aquisição da competência desejada pela equipe treinada; quando os objetivos de cada ciclo são alcançados, um novo ciclo se inicia, com incremento na dificuldade das tarefas exigidas. O método oferece múltiplas oportunidades de praticar as competências, automatização de habilidades e feedback direcionado. Apresenta uma série de vantagens sobre a simulação tradicional, incluindo aumento da satisfação dos participantes e melhoria na performance de desfechos-chave em ambiente de ressuscitação cardiopulmonar. Apresenta algumas desvantagens: discussão limitada de casos mais complexos ou cenários comportamentais e dificuldade do controle do tempo de cada ciclo, que depende do desempenho da equipe. CONCLUSÕES: Na Prática Deliberada em Ciclos Rápidos, participantes atuam em cenário de simulação com repetição de tarefas até a maestria na aquisição das competências desejadas. Esta estratégia apoia-se em técnicas consagradas, como a aprendizagem de mestria e a prática deliberada. Apesar de ter algumas desvantagens, como discussão limitada de cenários complexos ou comportamentais e dificuldade no controle do tempo, com um planejamento adequado e um bom treinamento de facilitadores, esse método pode ser uma excelente ferramenta para potencializar o aprendizado com simulação.

AIMS: To describe, through a literature review, the structure, effectiveness, advantages and disadvantages of a novel strategy in simulationbased training named Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice. METHODS: The literature review was conducted from June to September 2017. We searched for the terms "Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice", "Deliberate Practice", "Rapid Cycle", and equivalent terms in Spanish and Portuguese, filtered for studies in human beings and for publications from January 2014 (when the term was coined) to August 2017, in the following databases: MEDLINE, Web of Science, Scopus and Scielo. RESULTS: Of the 264 articles found from the selected terms in our initial research, four studies were selected for this review. In Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice, clinical cases are simulated in cycles progressively more complex, repeated until the acquisition of skills by the team of participants; when the objectives are reached, a new cycle begins, with more difficult tasks needed. This method offers multiple opportunities for skill practice, automation of skills and direct feedback. It presents a series of advantages over traditional simulation, like higher participants' satisfaction and better performance in key-outcomes in cardiopulmonary arrest scenarios. It has some disadvantages: limited discussion of complex or behavioral scenarios and difficult time control of each cycle, which are limited by team performance. CONCLUSIONS: In Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice, teams participate in a simulation scenario with repetitive practice until mastery of desired skills. This strategy leans on established techniques like mastery learning and deliberated practice. While having some disadvantages, like limited discussion of complex or behavioral scenarios and difficult time control, with proper planning and a good training of facilitators this method may be an excellent tool to increase learning with simulation

Simulação in Situ, uma Metodologia de Treinamento Multidisciplinar para Identificar Oportunidades de Melhoria na Segurança do Paciente em uma Unidade de Alto Risco / In Situ Simulation, a Multidisciplinary Training Method to Identify Opportunities to Improve Patient Safety Improvement in a High Risk Unit

Introdução A simulação é uma metodologia usada para substituir ou amplificar experiências reais por experiências guiadas que evocam ou replicam aspectos do mundo real de maneira interativa. A simulação in situ leva essa técnica diretamente aos locais onde ocorrem atendimentos, com a própria equipe de saúde atuando em seu ambiente de trabalho em cenário simulado. Objetivo Descrever experiência piloto de simulação in situ realizada em unidade de pronto atendimento, destacando oportunidades de avaliação de sistema de atendimento, trabalho em equipe e detecção de ameaças latentes à segurança (ALS). Métodos Estudo aplicado na Unidade Ibirapuera do Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein e realizado pelo Centro de Simulação Realística Albert Einstein. Foi apresentado cenário de paciente de 45 anos com síndrome coronariana aguda que evolui para parada cardiorrespiratória. Simulação híbrida de 30 minutos com uso de ator e simulador de alta fidelidade (SimMan 3G®).Utilizado checklist e filmagem para avaliar habilidades e atitudes, usados em debriefing estruturado com uma hora de duração. Resultados A experiência proporcionou avaliação técnica, comportamental e sistemas. Detectou quatro ALS e permitiu reflexão guiada sobre trabalho em equipe. Conclusão Este piloto contribuiu para o alcance dos objetivos propostos com o cenário e demonstrou oportunidades de treinamento e melhoria. A simulação in situ pode ser usada no futuro sistematicamente para treinamento contínuo de equipes, visando à melhoria da qualidade de atendimento e à segurança do paciente. .

Introduction Simulation is a method used to substitute or enhance real experiences with guided, interactive experiences that are reminiscent of or replicate aspects of the real world.In situ simulation takes this technique directly to the places where health care is rendered, with the health team acting in a simulated scenario within their work environment. Objective To describe the pilot in situ simulation experience conducted at an accident and emergency unit, highlighting the opportunities to assess the care system, teamwork and detection of latent safety threats (LSTs). Methods The study was applied at the Ibirapuera Unit of the Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein and performed by the Albert Einstein Realistic Simulation Centre.A scenario was presented wherein a 45-year old patient whose acute coronary syndrome evolves into cardiac arrest.A 30-minute hybrid simulation involving the use of an actor and high fidelity simulator (SimMan 3G®).A checklist was used and the simulation was filmed in order to evaluate skills and attitudes in a structured 1-hour long debriefing. Results The experience provided a technical, behavioural and system assessment. Four LSTs were detected and it enabled a guided reflection on teamwork. Conclusion This pilot contributed to achieving the objectives proposed with the scenario and demonstrated opportunities for training and improvement.In situ simulation may be used systemically in the future for continuous team training, aimed at improving service quality and patient safety. .

High-fidelity simulation versus case-based discussion for teaching medical students in Brazil about pediatric emergencies

OBJECTIVE: To compare high-fidelity simulation with case-based discussion for teaching medical students about pediatric emergencies, as assessed by a knowledge post-test, a knowledge retention test and a survey of satisfaction with the method. METHODS: This was a non-randomized controlled study using a crossover design for the methods, as well as multiple-choice questionnaire tests and a satisfaction survey. Final-year medical students were allocated into two groups: group 1 participated in an anaphylaxis simulation and a discussion of a supraventricular tachycardia case, and conversely, group 2 participated in a discussion of an anaphylaxis case and a supraventricular tachycardia simulation. Students were tested on each theme at the end of their rotation (post-test) and 4-6 months later (retention test). RESULTS: Most students (108, or 66.3%) completed all of the tests. The mean scores for simulation versus case-based discussion were respectively 43.6% versus 46.6% for the anaphylaxis pre-test (p=0.42), 63.5% versus 67.8% for the post-test (p=0.13) and 61.5% versus 65.5% for the retention test (p=0.19). Additionally, the mean scores were respectively 33.9% versus 31.6% for the supraventricular tachycardia pre-test (p=0.44), 42.5% versus 47.7% for the post-test (p=0.09) and 41.5% versus 39.5% for the retention test (p=0.47). For both themes, there was improvement between the pre-test and the post-test (p<0.05), and no significant difference was observed between the post-test and the retention test (p>0.05). Moreover, the satisfaction survey revealed a preference for simulation (p<0.001). CONCLUSION: As a single intervention, simulation is not significantly different from case-based discussion in terms of acquisition and retention of knowledge but is superior in terms of student satisfaction. .

Simulação realística no ensino de emergências pediátricas na graduação / High-fidelity simulation for teaching pediatric emergencies to graduate students

INTRODUÇÃO: Simulação e discussão de caso são métodos de ensino efetivos com alta satisfação dos alunos. Nossa hipótese foi que o mesmo caso apresentado com ambos métodos traria ganho de conhecimento imediato similar em pós-teste, porém maior retenção de conhecimento em teste de retenção e maior satisfação com método de ensino com uso de simulação. MÉTODOS: Estudo prospectivo, não randomizado e controlado, usando um desenho cruzado para método de ensino, testes com questões de múltipla escolha e uma pesquisa de satisfação. Alunos de medicina do último ano fizeram o pré-teste e foram alocados em dois grupos. Grupo Enfermaria participou em simulação de anafilaxia (SIM-ANA) e discussão de caso de taquicardia supraventricular (DC-TSV). Grupo PS fez o oposto (SIM-TSV e DCANA). Alunos foram testados para cada tema no fim do seu estágio (pós-teste) e 4 a 6 meses após (teste de retenção). RESULTADOS: A maioria dos alunos (108- 66,3%) completaram todos testes. Nota média para anafilaxia do préteste foi 43,6% SIM-ANA e 46,6% DC-ANA; pós-teste 63,5% SIM-ANA e 67,8% CD-ANA e teste de retenção 61,5% SIM-ANA e 65,5% DC-ANA. Nota média do pré-teste para taquicardia supraventricular foi 33,9% SIM-TSV e 31,6% DCTSV; pós-teste 42,5% SIM-TSV e 47,7% DC-TSV e teste de retenção 41,5% SIM-TSV e 39,5% DC-TSV. Houve melhora significante entre pré e pós-testes (p < 0,05) e não houve diferença entre pós-teste e teste de retenção (p > 0,05) para ambos os temas. Não houve diferença estatisticamente significante entre simulação e discussão de caso para qualquer teste (todos com p > 0,05). Pesquisa de satisfação favoreceu simulação comparado com discussão de caso em seis das oito afirmativas pesquisadas (p < 0,001). CONCLUSÃO: Como intervenção única, simulação não apresenta diferença significante em relação a discussão de caso para aquisição e retenção de conhecimento. A maior satisfação dos alunos com método de ensino mostra um benefício mensurável da simulação...

INTRODUCTION: Simulation and case-based discussion are effective learning methods with high student satisfaction. Our hypothesis was that the same case presented by both methods would yield similar immediate knowledge gain in post-test, but higher retention of knowledge test and student satisfaction with method in simulation. METHODS: This was a prospective, non-randomized, controlled study using a crossover design for method, multiple choice questionnaires tests and a satisfaction survey. Final year medical students were pre-tested and allocated into two groups. Group Enfermaria participated in anaphylaxis simulation (SIM-ANA) and supraventricular tachycardia case-based discussion (CD-SVT); group PS did the opposite (SIM-TSV and CD-ANA). Students were tested for each theme at the end of their rotation (post-test) and 4-6 months later (retention). RESULTS: Most students (108 - 66.3%) completed all tests. Mean anaphylaxis pre-test score was 43.6% SIM-ANA and 46.6% CDANA; post-test 63.5% SIM-ANA and 67.8% CD-ANA and retention test 61.5% SIM-ANA and 65.5% CD-ANA. Mean supraventricular tachycardia pre-test score was 33.9% SIM-SVT and 31.6% CD-SVT; post-test 42.5% SIM-SVT and 47.7% CD-SVT and retention test 41.5% SIM-SVT and 39.5% CD-SVT. There was significant improvement between pre-tests and post-tests (p < 0.05) and no difference between post-tests and retention tests (p > 0.05) for both themes. No statistically significant differences between simulation and case discussion were found at any tests (all with p > 0.05). Satisfaction survey favored simulation compared with case discussion in six of the eight statements asked (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: As a single teaching intervention, simulation does not significantly differ from case-based discussion for acquisition and retention of knowledge. Higher student satisfaction shows a measurable benefit of simulation compared to case-based discussion....

Mortalidade em hospital secundário pediátrico na Libéria pós-conflito em 2009 / Mortality in a pediatric secondary-care hospital in post-conflict Liberia in 2009

OBJETIVO: Descrever e analisar as causas de morte em um hospital secundário pediátrico (administrado pelos Médicos sem Fronteiras) na Monróvia, Libéria, 6 anos após o fim da guerra civil, para determinar a qualidade dos cuidados e a mortalidade em uma realidade com recursos limitados. MÉTODOS: Os dados foram coletados retrospectivamente de março a outubro de 2009. Os prontuários e dados laboratoriais foram revisados para verificar a causa de morte. Além disso, prontuários de pacientes com mais de 1 mês de vida com causa de morte infecciosa foram analisados, para avaliar a presença de choque séptico descompensado ou choque séptico refratário a fluidos. RESULTADOS: Do total de 8.254 pacientes admitidos, 531 morreram, com taxa de mortalidade de 6,4%. Noventa por cento dos óbitos ocorreram em crianças <5 anos. A maioria das mortes ocorreu nas primeiras 24 horas de internação. A causa principal (76%) foi doença infecciosa. Apresentaram choque séptico 78 (23,6%) pacientes com mais de 1 mês de idade e doença infecciosa, e 28 (8,6%) apresentaram choque séptico descompensado ou refratário a fluidos. CONCLUSÃO: Desde o fim da devastadora guerra civil na Libéria, o Island Hospital tem melhorado a qualidade de cuidado e diminuído a taxa de mortalidade, apesar de atuar com recursos limitados. Com base nos dados disponíveis, a mortalidade do Island Hospital aparenta ser menor do que em outras instituições liberianas e africanas, e semelhante a de outros hospitais administrados pelos Médicos sem Fronteiras na África. A explicação para esse fato é o apoio logístico e financeiro dos Médicos sem Fronteiras. A maior carga de mortalidade está relacionada a doenças infecciosas e condições neonatais. A mortalidade por sepse variou entre diferentes infecções. Isso sugere que a mortalidade ainda pode ser reduzida ao se melhorarem o tratamento e os cuidados neonatais.

OBJECTIVE: To describe and analyze the causes of death in a pediatric secondary-care hospital (run by Médecins sans Frontières), in Monrovia, Liberia, 6 years post-civil war, to determine the quality of care and mortality in a setting with limited resources. METHODS: Data were retrospectively collected from March 2009 to October 2009. Patient charts and laboratory records were reviewed to verify cause of death. Additionally, charts of patients aged over 1 month with an infectious cause of death were analyzed for decompensated septic shock, or fluid-refractory septic shock. RESULTS: Of 8,254 admitted pediatric patients, 531 died, with a mortality rate of 6.4%. Ninety percent of deaths occurred in children <5 years old. Most deaths occurred within 24 hours of admission. The main cause of death (76%) was infectious disease. Seventy-eight (23.6%) patients >1 month old with infectious disease met the criteria for septic shock, and 28 (8.6%) for decompensated or fluid-refractory septic shock. CONCLUSION: Since the end of Liberia's devastating civil war, Island Hospital has improved care and mortality outcomes, despite operating with limited resources. Based on the available data, mortality in Island Hospital appears to be lower than that of other Liberian and African institutions and similar to other hospitals run by Médecins sans Frontières across Africa. This can be explained by the financial and logistic support of Médecins sans Frontières. The highest mortality burden is related to infectious diseases and neonatal conditions. The mortality of sepsis varied among different infections. This suggests that further mortality reduction can be obtained by tackling sepsis management and improving neonatal care.